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Nissan Versa (2011) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Nissan Versa and 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2011 Nissan Versa and 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2011 2012  
Model Nissan Versa Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 91.7 in 10.7 in
Length 176.0 in 157.3 in 18.7 in
Width 66.7 in 67.7 in -1 in
Height 60.4 in 49.0 in 11.4 in
Curb Weight 2720 lb. 2441 lb. 279 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 12.7 gal. 0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 37.4 in 3.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.5 in 53.2 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 48.8 in 50.6 in -1.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 43.1 in -1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.9 in 0.0 in 37.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 50.7 in 0.0 in 50.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 47.2 in 0.0 in 47.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 0.0 in 38 in
Total Legroom 79.4 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 36.3 in
Cargo Volume 13.8 ft3 5.3 ft3 8.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Nissan Versa

2011 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4
CVT FWD
Only subcompact we test drove that could actually fit four adults. More rear leg room than many midsize cars. see full Nissan Versa review
2011 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The seats were ample, and well supported. In my last two cars (a Corolla and a Legacy) I needed a lumbar cushion, but not in the Versa. The seat bottoms also supported my thighs for enough of their length for comfort. see full Nissan Versa review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 
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